Posted by LynneDa on November 7, 2003, at 9:40:49
In reply to Re: Questions Sarafem vs. Wellbutrin, posted by ShellBell on November 6, 2003, at 8:03:04
Hi! I've had the same symptoms for several years, including unexplained crying jags and suddenly having feelings of very low self-worth when for all of my life I've had a pretty good opinion of myself! The symptoms didn't appear til I came under a great deal of stress. Having a thorough physical will be a good first step, to rule out anything else and to have your hormone levels checked.
I was diagnosed with PMDD (Pre-menstrual Dysphoric Disorder) or very extreme PMS! I was put on Sarafem a year ago, but after just 7 weeks went off it myself too - didn't like the side effects. I tried a variety of non-prescription things, and therapy of course, to no avail. I just went on Lexapro a few weeks ago and it has lifted my fog, some side effects but tolerable and, best of all, I don't have these horrible things coming unbidden out of my mouth or the crying jags! My anxiety is about 100% gone. But, I am on my "bad" week now - the one before my period - and I can tell I will need to increase my dose just to get through this week!
You've had a huge life transition, no wonder you are feeling unsettled and anxious! Good luck to you in your quest!
~ Lynne
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